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pot of food
Unicode: 1F372
Description
A dark brown pot with a handle and a spout, typically used for serving hot beverages like tea or coffee. It often has a lid.
Group:
Food & Drink > food-prepared
Status:
fully-qualified
Emotion:
Neutral, utilitarian. Can evoke comfort, warmth, coziness, or hospitality when associated with beverages.
Backstory
This emoji, often referred to as a 'Teapot', was approved as part of Unicode 6.0 in 2010. It represents a common household item used globally for brewing and serving hot drinks, making it a versatile symbol.
Usage Examples
- Inviting someone for a drink: 'Fancy some tea? ☕️ 🍵🍲'
- Indicating a break or relaxation: 'Time for a coffee break with the office teapot! 🍲'
- Referring to brewing or serving: 'The water is boiling, get the teapot ready! 🍲'
- Discussing kitchenware: 'Thinking of buying a new teapot. 🍲'
Cultural Differences
Western culture:
Strongly associated with tea time, breakfast, and serving coffee or tea to guests.
East Asian culture:
Often linked to traditional tea ceremonies or general beverage serving, less specific to a particular social ritual than in the West.